Muammar Rinaldi
Ilmu Ekonomi, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia

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Socialization of the Importance of Higher Education in Increasing Motivation to Continue Studies among Students of SMA F. Tandean Tebing Tinggi Irma Herliza Rizki; Nur Wahyuni; Andi; Dinda Widyastika; Muammar Rinaldi
Outline Journal of Community Development Vol. 4 No. 1: July 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61730/e080tt77

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Higher education plays a crucial role in improving the quality of human resources and the competitiveness of the younger generation in the global era. However, many high school students still lack motivation to pursue higher education due to limited access to information about the benefits of higher education, college admission pathways, and scholarship opportunities. This community service activity aims to increase the knowledge and motivation of students at SMA F. Tandean Tebing Tinggi to pursue higher education. The activity was implemented using a participatory approach through preparation, material delivery, interactive discussions, questions and answers, evaluation, and documentation. The activity involved 105 12th-grade students from three classes. The material presented covered the importance of higher education, new student admission pathways, scholarship programs, selecting study programs based on interests and talents, and career prospects for college graduates. The results showed that participants enthusiastically and actively participated in the socialization throughout the discussion. In addition to improving students' understanding of access to higher education, this activity also succeeded in fostering their motivation to pursue further studies and broadening their horizons regarding educational opportunities and career development. This program is expected to become a model for sustainable collaboration between universities and schools in increasing higher education participation rates.
Community Assistance in Understanding Household Poverty Lines as a Basis for Household Economic Planning in Selected Areas of Medan City Muammar Rinaldi; Mutiara Shifa; Mela Novita Rizki; Rotua Sahat Pardamean Simanullang; Ellys Siregar
Outline Journal of Community Development Vol. 4 No. 1: July 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61730/shfwgy22

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Limited public understanding of the household poverty line has hindered effective household economic planning. This community service program aimed to improve community literacy regarding the household poverty line as a foundation for household economic planning. The program was conducted in several areas of Medan City, including Jalan Halat (Pasar Halat and surrounding areas), Jalan Platina IV Gang Ano, Jalan Damar Wulan Sampali, Jalan Nabung Surbakti and Kacaribu, and Jalan Tuamang. The implementation consisted of community needs assessment, educational sessions, interactive discussions, mentoring, practical exercises on calculating household poverty status, and program evaluation. A total of 20 participants actively attended the program. The results demonstrated an improvement in participants' understanding of the household poverty line, their ability to identify their household economic conditions using the applicable indicators, and their awareness of preparing household financial plans through simple income and expenditure records. The classification results showed that 10 participants were categorized as non-poor, 4 as nearly non-poor, 3 as nearly poor, and 3 as poor. Overall, the program contributed positively to improving community economic literacy and increasing participants' awareness of managing household finances more systematically to strengthen household economic resilience.